How to Join a Telegram Chat: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Join a Telegram Chat: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Telegram is amongst the most popular messaging apps, famous for its privacy, speed, and huge group chats. Whether you need to join a public group, a personal channel, or even an invite-only chat, the guide will walk you through the procedure.
Methods to Join a Telegram Chat
There are several ways to telegram chats, determined by whether it’s a public group, private group, or channel. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Joining a Public Telegram Group or Channel
Public groups and channels can be found via links, search, or invitations.
Method 1: Using an Invite Link
Click for the invite link (usually shared as t.me/groupname or t.me/groupname).
If you’re on mobile, it'll open in the Telegram app.
If you’re on desktop, it may well open inside a web browser—click "Open in Telegram".
Tap "Join" to enter the group or channel.
Method 2: Searching to get a Group
Open Telegram and tap the magnifier (Search icon).
Type the group or channel name (e.g., "Tech News").
Select the best result and tap "Join".
2. Joining a Private Telegram Group
Private groups require an invite link or admin approval.
If someone sends you a private invite link, continue with the same steps as above.
Some groups require admin approval—you might need to message an admin first.
3. Joining a Telegram Channel
Channels are broadcast-only (only admins can post), but joining is just like groups:
Find the channel by way of a link or search.
Tap "Join" to subscribe.
Troubleshooting: Common Issues
1. "This link is invalid or expired."
The link was revoked. Ask the admin for any new one.
Some groups set member limits—if full, you can’t join.
2. "This group is private."
You need a selective invite link or admin approval.
3. Telegram Not Opening the Link?
Make sure you've Telegram installed.
Try opening the link in a mobile browser or copying it into Telegram’s search.
Tips for New Telegram Users
✔ Turn on notifications to keep updated.
✔ Use usernames (@yourname) to let others add you easily.
✔ Explore bots (like @QuizBot or @StickerDownloader) for additional features.
Joining a Telegram chat is simple—whether through a link, search, or admin invite. Public groups are really easy to access, while private ones may require approval.
